Human Resources Officer
(42B)

Enlisted

Officer

Active Duty

Army Reserve

Entry Level

Overview

An adjutant general officer is responsible for providing personnel support that affects Soldiers’ overall welfare and well-being, while assisting commanders by accounting for and keeping Soldiers combat-ready.

Job Duties

Principal advisor to the battalion commander for all matters concerning human resource support for all assigned and attached personnel

Additional training opportunities will be available based on the type of unit you are assigned to, including (but not limited to) postal operations, airborne or air assault school.

Helpful Skills

Self-discipline

Physically fit

Perform under physical and mental pressures

Possess good verbal and written skills

Creative thinking

Compensation

Total compensation includes housing, medical, food, special pay, and vacation time. Learn more about total compensation.

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You could earn up to $40,000 in cash bonuses just for enlisting under certain Military Occupational Specialties. Visit Jobs in Demand to see if this job qualifies for an enlistment bonus.

Education Benefits

In the Army, qualified students can earn full-tuition, merit-based scholarships, allowances for books and fees, plus an annual stipend for living expenses. Learn more about education benefits.

Future Civilian Careers

The duties of an adjutant general officer are very similar to the function of a high-level human resources executive in the civilian world.

PARTNERSHIP FOR YOUTH SUCCESS (PaYS) Program

Those interested in this job may be eligible for civilian employment, after the Army, by enrolling in the Army PaYS program. The PaYS program is a recruitment option that guarantees a job interview with military friendly employers that are looking for experienced and trained Veterans to join their organization. Find out more about the Army PaYS Program at http://www.armypays.com.

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